Security Presales Architect

My client is one of the nation’s largest and most consistently profitable systems integrators and resellers and they represent the top technology vendors in the industry. As a result of continued growth they have asked me to find a Security Presales Architect.Basic guidelines: · Capable of working in diverse situations but experience working for a VAR or OEM is essential · 5+ years experience in information security arena with considerable customer-facing success · Hands-on experience with assessment, design and implementation of enterprise security solutions · Significant experience reviewing and implementing security policies and procedures · Solid understanding of compliance issues – although compliance is the secondary focus · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential · Experience conducting security assessments using commercial and open source host scanning tools, network scanning tools, and web and database vulnerability assessment tools · Working knowledge of cryptography applications, methods, systems and protocols · Strong interest in intrusion prevention, content filtering technologies, wireless networking and security, authentication and identity management, and application security · Significant LAN/WAN internetworking technology experience (routers, switches, etc.) and deep knowledge of IP addressing, IP subnets and routing · In depth knowledge of TCP, UDP Protocols and the OSI seven layer model is required · System administration experience on Unix platforms (Linux, HP/UX, AIX, or Solaris) and Microsoft Windows operating systems is desirable · Although CISSP certification is desired, any of the following qualifications would be beneficial - Checkpoint Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) or Expert (CCSE), Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP), or other major vendor sponsored security certifications The Solution Architect in their Security Practice will be dealing with any and everything security related with their clients. You’ll be a subject matter expert, an evangelist, and you’ll be involved in presales, architecture, determination of client needs and more. Experience with Cisco, RSA, Nokia, Checkpoint are key because they are the OEM’s my client represents. This role is not so heavy on compliance and regulatory issues as there is a practice focused entirely on that. We’re looking for three people: · One role is in the Rockville, MD area but you will be working virtual most of the time. This role is a replacement. · We need another person in/around the Philly area or Central/Northern New Jersey area to cover the Philly/NJ/Delaware corridor. Most of the time you would be working virtual or at customer sites but they do have offices in Philly and Parsippany as well. This is an expansion role - due to promotion – and, in fact, the person whose role you’ll be filling is going to be covering the NYC area. · Additionally we need a person in Boston. They are putting lots of local resources there and are actively pushing security there. This role is open due to expansion.  The compensation for the role includes a base of $110K to $120K+ (but if you’re got the skills and are over their threshold let’s chat anyway). There is a bonus potential of at least $25K but most of the people in these roles generally pull about $40K in FY bonus - based on utilization (you keep your own calendar) based on billable time; ~70% utilization factor. Excellent benefits are included as well.This is an excellent company and a long-standing client. If you have the skills and the interest in this role please reach out to me with your Word resume ASAP and expect a reply.  Have a wonderful day! Built on more than 30 years of expertise, The Mergis Group is a specialty recruiting firm committed to helping professionals make the best career choices. We connect specialized professionals to leading opportunities that will foster success in their career.